UK/USA - TAIT has announced that motion control systems specialist Kinesys has joined the TAIT group of companies. The two companies will continue to operate as separate brands with all the existing contact details and staff remaining in place. TAIT and Kinesys will be working to link their automation technologies in order to allow Kinesys products to be integrated in TAIT shows and installations, whilst Kinesys will make TAIT technology, including automation and show control platform, TAIT Navigator, available through its global sales and distributor network. Dave Weatherhead, CEO of Kinesys, comments: “I have long admired the amazing work that the team at TAIT have delivered over the years. From ground-breaking touring shows to epic installations they really have earned their reputation for quality and innovation. Being able to bring that magic to our Kinesys family of customers and rental partners is exciting. This will take the choice of automation available to every tour, production, and venue to a whole new level. By sharing our respective experiences and expertise we can bring extraordinary solutions to an expanded customer base in integrated and affordable packages.” Adam Davis, chief creative officer at TAIT, adds: “Kinesys’ success in show control and automation products is unparalleled. We believe that offering the power of both Kinesys and TAIT to our customers creates a market leading platform. Together TAIT and Kinesys will continue to develop cutting edge automation technology, to focus on our core client bases, and to provide the highest level of excellence and service to our customers.” Since 1978, TAIT has been a leading global provider of advanced creative, engineer-ing, and automation services to the live entertainment industry. At the core of TAIT’s technology offering is TAIT Navigator, the automation and show control platform capable of controlling machinery, lighting, audio, pyro, fountains, and other special effects. Similarly, for 16 years Kinesys’ signature Elevation, Libra, and more recently Apex product lines have helped set the standard for modular automation. At the heart of the Kinesys design philosophy is creating products that work not just for the designer but also for the programmer and operator. Central to the Kinesys product range is the ability for all elements of a system to integrate seamlessly for maximum flexibility and ease of use. (Jim Evans)